Repair Technician - Seating & Mobility

Easterseals Disability & Community Services; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid disability

Early access to earned wages (PayActiv

Job summary

Easterseals Rehabilitation Center in Evansville, IN is seeking a Repair Technician to join our Seating & Mobility team. You will diagnose, repair, assemble, and program manual and power wheelchairs and related equipment, then deliver and set up mobility solutions for clients in homes and community settings.

You will work with ATPs and other staff to tailor equipment to each client, document repairs, and help maintain vehicles and tools. Training is provided; lifting up to 70 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license and required automobile insurance.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting and moving equipment (40 lb frequent, 70 lb occasional).
• Experience with wheelchairs or durable medical equipment is a plus; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair manual and power wheelchairs and mobility equipment.
• Assemble, adjust, and prepare new wheelchairs and medical equipment for delivery.
• Test, configure, and program power wheelchairs and related electronic components.
• Deliver and set up mobility equipment in clients' homes and community settings.
• Provide instructions on safe operation and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Complete documentation related to repairs and deliveries.
• Collaborate with Assistive Technology Professionals to ensure equipment meets client needs.
• Maintain delivery vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join our staff at Easterseals Rehabilitation Center! Our core values of Excellence, Stewardship, Respect, and Commitment create ESRC Teamwork that changes lives!

Browse our job opportunities and apply for a position that's right for you. Also visit our Resource Center page to learn about the many benefits of a career with Easterseals.

Location: Evansville, IN

Job Id:983

# of Openings:1

Easterseals Rehabilitation Center | Evansville, Indiana

Put Your Mechanical Skills to Work Making a Difference!

Do you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and figuring out how things work? Are you mechanically inclined and looking for a career where your skills can make a meaningful difference in someone's life?

Easterseals Rehabilitation Center is looking for a Repair Technician to join our Seating & Mobility team!

In this role, you'll do more than repair equipment. You'll help individuals with disabilities maintain their mobility, independence, and quality of life. From troubleshooting power wheelchairs to assembling and delivering customized mobility equipment, your work will have a direct impact on the people we serve.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair manual and power wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
• Assemble, adjust, and prepare new wheelchairs and medical equipment for delivery.
• Test, configure, and program power wheelchairs and related electronic components.
• Deliver and set up mobility equipment in clients' homes and community settings.
• Provide clients and caregivers with instructions on the safe operation and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Complete documentation associated with equipment repairs and deliveries.
• Work alongside our Assistive Technology Professionals (ATPs) and other team members to ensure equipment meets each client's needs.
• Help maintain delivery vehicles, tools, and equipment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys mechanical work, has strong problem-solving skills, and takes pride in helping others.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and required automobile insurance.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and moving equipment. Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds frequently and 70 pounds occasionally.

Experience with wheelchairs or other durable medical equipment is a plus. We provide training to help you develop the specialized skills needed for this position.

Why Join Easterseals Rehabilitation Center?

At Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live as independently as possible. Our team works together to provide services and equipment that help individuals with disabilities participate more fully in everyday life.

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays, including a paid holiday break between Christmas and New Year's Day

Professional Growth & Support

• A rewarding career where your work makes a real difference.
• Paid training and opportunities for continued professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive team-oriented work environment
• The opportunity to develop specialized technical skills in rehabilitation technology.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid short term and long term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance (Accident, Hospital Care, Critical Illness)
• Early access to earned wages through PayActiv

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